The Big Kahuna
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Is it just me, or are they stupidly high tension ? If so, is this how they "transform" cheaper Ukes ?
For a Bounty Bar I'd be there if I could! Seriously - I think perhaps the only way to get your answer is to get a few different sets of strings and try 'em all out... good luck with it - I've only ever used Aquilas to replace the cheap strings on my ukes and I really like them, though I'm going to try some Worth clears at some point.Anyone ?
There's a reward.
/waves packet of Peanut Butter M&M's
I'm having a hard time fretting the Aquilas. I've dropped the tuning half a step to F# and it's a lot more playable. I'm wondering if a set of Low G low (medium?) tension Worths might be better or more comfortable, or if I'll have to make a set up from classical strings.
If anyone has any suggestions along these lines I'd be grateful: "low tension" (I know that's subjective), low G, preferably plain G, but wound isn't a problem particularly.
I used to use flatwounds on an old Gretsch that could have held a bridge up, but that was nothing compared to these Aquilas.
For what it's worth - I'd guess that the action is too high. Honestly.Hmmmm, I just don't get it. I've got Aquila strings on my mahogany tenor and if anything they're a bit softer than the Ko'Olau golds on my other tenor. They are definitely lighter than the Worth CM strings. Is the action maybe pretty high? That would make them seem higher tension than they are because you have to push them so much further...
John
For what it's worth - I'd guess that the action is too high. Honestly.
yes it is...Thanks. Is that to the bottom of the string ?